Which of the Following Describes the Mechanism of Action of Metoclopramide

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the mechanism of action of metoclopramide in managing nausea?

• A) blocking dopamine, which affects the vomiting center in the brain
• B) increasing the effectiveness of other antiemetics
• C) strengthening the pyloric sphincter to increase gastric emptying
• D) reducing the effect of prostaglandins
• E) blocking substance P in the brain, which has a direct effect on the vomiting center

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